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Oltaur is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet, Drops. It is primarily used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection, Ear Infection, Bacterial Infections. Other than this, Oltaur has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The right dosage of Oltaur depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Oltaur side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Oltaur are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
It is also important to note that Oltaur has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Oltaur has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Oltaur related warnings section.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Atrial Fibrillation, Heart Failure, Myasthenia Gravis (MG) must refrain from the use of Oltaur since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Oltaur contraindications section.
Drug interactions for Oltaur have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Oltaur, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Oltaur is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
Age Group | Dosage |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Oltaur is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Oltaur safe for pregnant women?
Oltaur may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Oltaur, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Oltaur safe during breastfeeding?
If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Oltaur. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.
What is the effect of Oltaur on the Kidneys?
Oltaur may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Oltaur on the Liver?
Oltaur may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Oltaur on the Heart?
Oltaur is rarely harmful for the heart.
Oltaur should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Life Threatening
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Oltaur unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Oltaur habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Oltaur.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Oltaur. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Oltaur should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Oltaur for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Oltaur
Taking Oltaur with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Oltaur
Taking alcohol with Oltaur can be dangerous.
Yes, Oltaur is safe to use, if taken in the prescribed amount and duration as advised by the doctor. However, certain side effects have been associated with this drug such as stomach pain, nausea, diarrhea, headache, difficulty in breathing, and constipation.
Yes, Oltaur can be taken with paracetamol, no clinically significant interactions are seen between these two. However, it doesn't mean that no interaction exists between them. Please talk to your doctor before consuming these two medicines at the same time.
Yes Oltaur is used to treat typhoid fever. If other antibiotics are resistance to salmonella typhi then it is very effective to treat typhoid fever. however, it is best to consult your doctor about the right treatment for typhoid fever.
Oltaur should be taken with a meal. Drink plenty of fluids while you are taking this medicine. Drinking extra water will help prevent some unwanted effects of this medicine. Do not take this medicine along with milk, yogurt, or other dairy products, it may reduce the absorption of a drug. Take it exactly as directed by the physician.
Take Oltaur as directed by your doctor. Do not take this medicine longer than prescribed.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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